Tuesday, November 6, 2007

6 Foods to Keep Your life Healthier


Nuts


People who eat nuts often are less possible to suffer from coronary heart disease. Consumption of assorted nuts such as almonds and walnuts can reduce serum LDL cholesterol by 14 percent.

A research found that people who eat nuts on a regular basis can live 2 to 3 years longer compare with people who are not.


Fruits and Vegetables



Fruits and Vegetables help to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cancer. In addition, they also lower your hear t disease risk by 12 percent.


Fish



Have 3 servings every week. Pregnant women and young children should regularly take 2 servings a week but avoid taking large predatory fish, such as swordfish, albacore tuna, and shark. Fish cuts down the risk of heart disease and strike by 14 percent.


Dark Chocolate



Consume 2 ounces with a minimum of 60 percent cocoa content each day, and it helps to decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease to 11 percent.


Garlic



Add just one clove (cooked or raw) daily to pasta, salad, or a stir-fry to drop your LDL cholesterol. This can lower your risk of heart disease and stroke by 38 percent.


Wine



Sip a five-ounce glass by each evening to cut your risk of heart disease by 32 percent.

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